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D
avid Bigler '58 found a natural fit with Sigma Alpha
Epsilon when he first went through recruitment at
Purdue. The fraternity and its members made David's
college experience extremely memorable and worthwhile,
teaching him skills that he still uses today. The leadership
capabilities he took away from SAE helped in his
successful career.
David started with Johnson Controls as a sales engineer
in Indianapolis. He became branch manager in Grand
Rapids, Michigan, and Philadelphia. He then took the
role of vice president of sales in the Canadian company
and, subsequently, vice president general manager. David
became managing director of the company's Europe
branch in Brussels, then vice president of sales and
marketing for the controls group of JCI.
The
Spring 2016
A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE - The Campaign for Indiana Beta
Lion's TaLe
FRIENDSHIPS RENEWED
THROUGH CAMPAIGN
Generous SAEs Commit $2 Million So Far to Renovate Chapter House
O
n behalf of the campaign leadership,
thank you for your interest and
participation in our efforts to renovate our
chapter house. To date, we have received more
than $2 million in pledges and gifts from 93
brothers, allowing this project to be that much
closer to reality. It is gratifying to see these
brothers wholeheartedly support this project.
The immediate benefit from a campaign such
as this is the opportunity for Sigma Alpha
Epsilon to continue our status as a premier
fraternity at Purdue. This benefit comes not
only from an upgraded physical structure
but also from the connections and reunions
that invariably occur when brothers come
together on a project. Perhaps most important,
friendships have been renewed.
With these connections, our undergraduates
are benefiting from the advice and wisdom of alumni. They remain a top
chapter on campus because of your support. Our undergraduate brothers
are hardworking, well rounded, and strive to be strong leaders on campus
and in their community, much as you likely did during your tenure
at Purdue.
Similar to our undergraduates, we realize you have other commitments
and obligations—to your family, church, and community. But remember,
it is SAE that taught us about friendship, leadership, and service. SAE
and Purdue likely shaped you in many ways. It's taught you principles by
which to live your daily life and to support your brothers. When you make
a pledge to the Campaign for Indiana Beta, you are striving to transmit
the fraternity to future SAEs better than it was transmitted to you. The
continued success of our great chapter lies in the ability to recruit the best
new members and future alumni. The future is
in our hands.
We are at a critical juncture in the campaign.
With $3 million still needed to completely
fund our needs, the commitment of every
brother is vital to our success. We truly
appreciate the loyalty of each donor. However,
we will fall short of crucial projects without
broader participation. We have structured
the campaign with an available five-year
pledge period, and gifts may be made in
honor or in memory of a family member
or brother. Simply complete and return the
enclosed pledge form indicating your gift to
the campaign.
We need to work hard to ensure this campaign
is successful and the chapter remains a strong,
competitive fraternity on Purdue's campus
for many years to come. I encourage you to call and reconnect with a
brother, join the campaign, and ask him to do the same. You will be glad
you called.
We're well on our way to reaching our goal. I hope you will join me and
show Indiana Beta how much you care. Together we can accomplish
great things.
Phi Alpha,
Wayne McIntyre '64
Campaign Chairman
(408) 930-1438
wayne.mcintyre@yahoo.com
Bob Parrin '72, Wayne McIntyre '64, Fred Richter '60,
Derek Foresman '17, Kevin Dolen '91, and Charlie
Ashing '59 at Indiana Beta's annual gala this spring.
Preserving the Future of Indiana Beta
David Bigler '58 Gives Back to SAE
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